2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Caliber and 2011 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Caliber | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |